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Sunflower Oil

+0.8

Standard sunflower oil is extremely high in omega-6 linoleic acid, which promotes inflammatory pathways when consumed in excess relative to omega-3 intake.

Ingredient score breakdown

Omega-6 Linoleic Acid

+1.2

Excessive omega-6 intake shifts eicosanoid production toward pro-inflammatory compounds like prostaglandin E2.

Vitamin E

-0.2

Natural antioxidant that provides some protection against lipid oxidation.

Refinement Processing

-0.2

High-heat processing removes beneficial compounds and may create oxidized fatty acids.

Why this score

This score is ingredient-based and weighted by DII-inspired evidence. Foods with added sugar, refined starches, and heavy processing trend higher; foods with fiber, omega-3, and polyphenols trend lower.

FODMAP note

Pure oils are FODMAP-free as they contain no carbohydrates or fermentable fibers.

Healthier alternatives

  • olive oil
  • avocado oil

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